Chiococca belizensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lundell
Source:
wcs
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
Amer. Midl. Naturalist 29: 492 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000844916
Common Names
- Belizensis Snowberry
- Belizensis
- Belizensis Snowberry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chiococca belizensis (also called Belize Chiococca, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean, Central America, and parts of South America. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, and is found in tropical forests and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Chiococca belizensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, cold, and headache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chiococca belizensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed in each seed capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chiococca belizensis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Chiococca belizensis
Chiococca belizensis is native to the Caribbean region, from Cuba to Jamaica. It is found in wet forests, often near streams and rivers.
Chiococca belizensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiococca belizensis?
Chiococca belizensis
What is the common name of Chiococca belizensis?
Belize chiococca
What is the natural habitat of Chiococca belizensis?
Tropical forests
Species in the Chiococca genus
Chiococca alba, Chiococca auyantepuiensis, Chiococca belizensis, Chiococca caputensis, Chiococca coriacea, Chiococca filipes, Chiococca henricksonii, Chiococca lucens, Chiococca multipedunculata, Chiococca nitida, Chiococca oaxacana, Chiococca pachyphylla, Chiococca petrina, Chiococca phaenostemon, Chiococca rubriflora, Chiococca semipilosa, Chiococca sessilifolia, Chiococca steyermarkii, Chiococca stricta, Chiococca motleyana, Chiococca insularis, Chiococca grandiflora,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-39080: Based on the initial data import
Cyrus Longworth Lundell (1907-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundell' in the authors string.